53-55 Elihu Street
Hamden, Connecticut 06517
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 2 | 2
- SqFt
- 2,828
- Acres
- 0.26
- Year Built
- 1922
- Neighborhood
- Spring Glen
- Property Type
- 2 Family
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About This Home
Rare opportunity in Spring Glen! This true side-by-side duplex offers two spacious, mirror-image units, each featuring 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, fireplace, approximately 2,828 sq. ft.of total living space, with separate full basements and walk-up attics for extra storage. Both apartments showcase beautiful hardwood flooring, natural woodwork, large living rooms, formal dining rooms with built-ins, and remodeled kitchens and baths. A charming front porch with composite decking adds inviting curb appeal, while the large .26-acre lot provides excellent outdoor space. Additional highlights include a 2-car detached garage and a newer natural gas. heating system for the right-side unit. A fantastic option for owner-occupants looking to live in one side and rent out the other, as well as investors seeking strong rental potential in a desirable location. Conveniently located near Yale, downtown New Haven, shops, and restaurants. Don't miss this well-maintained duplex with classic character, generous layouts, and valuable updates. Professional photos and floor plans coming soon.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Hamden
- Neighborhood
- Spring Glen
- Property / Style
- Multi-Family · Units are Side-by-Side
- Year Built
- 1922
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 2 full · 2 half
- Living Area
- 2,828 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.26 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage · 2 total
- Property Taxes
- $15,418 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Hamden Market
Multi-Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
12
9 under contract
Median List Price
$522,450
12 active listings
Median Closed Price
$472,500
32 sales
Median Days on Market
34
12 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$182
12 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
32 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$700,000
vs $522,450 median
34.0% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$248
vs $182 median
36.3% above median
Days on Market
0 days
vs 34 days median
34 days fresher than median
Based on 12 active and 32 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of multi-family in Hamden. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 4, 2026.
Location
53-55 Elihu Street, Hamden, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Aug 27, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$3,599
- Property Taxes$1,285
- Insurance$233
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Hamden
- Neighborhood
- Spring Glen
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Multi-Family
- Subtype
- Duplex
- Style
- Units are Side-by-Side
- Year Built
- 1922
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 2,828 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Spring Glen
- High
- Hamden
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Heat Fuel
- Natural GasOil
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplaces
- 2
- Laundry
- All Units Have Hook-UpsBasement Hook-Up(s)
- Laundry Location
- Lower level
- Basement
- Full
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.26 acres
- Zoning
- R4
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spaces2 total parking spacesDetached GarageOff Street ParkingDrivewayPrivateAsphalt
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Flood Zone
- No
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- BrickStone
- Exterior Features
- PorchGutters
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $15,418 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 0
- MLS #
- 24204282
- MLS Status
- Coming Soon
- Financing
- FHA,VA,CHFA
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